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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Health Sciences
Programme of Nursing
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
02010101 Introduction to Philosophy 1 Autumn 1 3+0+0 3 3
Course Type Compulsory
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques Presentation, question-answer, discussion and evaluation.
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) Prof. Hüsamettin ERDEM
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Prof. Hüsamettin ERDEM - [email protected]
Course Content
This course focuses on the importance of philosophical thinking and the main problems of philosophy. The course primarily focuses on the contribution of philosophy to the individual and society, its relationship with science, religion, morality and art, the characteristics of philosophical thought and knowledge, the source and value of knowledge, existence, the value of human beings, morality and ethics, and the role of philosophy in solving some problems that professionals may encounter.
Objectives of the Course
To enable students to get acquainted with philosophical questions and problems, to acquire information about the importance of philosophy, its subjects and currents, to recognize the thought phases of philosophy, the ways of philosophical thinking and reasoning, to develop critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses
Specialization / Field Courses
Support Courses X
Transferable Skills Courses X
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses X
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 Has basic knowledge, attitude and skills regarding the duties, powers and responsibilities of the nursing profession. 3
P2 Using theoretical knowledge and skills, identifies, analyzes and synthesizes problems related to the field of nursing practice and develops evidence-based solution suggestions. 3
P3 Assumes responsibility for the protection, development, maintenance and advocacy of health. 3
P4 It meets health care needs with a holistic approach in accordance with professional values and ethical principles. 4
P5 Monitors and uses informatics, care technologies and innovation in professional practice, education, management and research. 1
P6 Establishes effective communication and cooperation with individuals, families, society, colleagues, other members of the healthcare team, institutions and organizations in the provision of health services. 4
P7 Follows the knowledge in her field using a foreign language and uses it in her/his professional practice. 1
P8 He/she carries out his/her professional practices in accordance with the relevant legislation. 1
P10 Uses the learning-teaching and management process in nursing practice. 3
P11 It is sensitive to the protection of the natural environment and biodiversity, respect for human dignity and cultural values, social justice and socioeconomic issues. 1
P12 Leads the organizational structure and systems in providing and developing safe and quality health care. 1
P13 Natural disasters, epidemics, etc. that massively affect public health. Determines nursing care priorities in situations and takes an active role in crisis management. 1
P14 She/he continues her continuous professional and individual development by embracing lifelong learning. 3
P15 At least two out-of-field programs that contribute to the general culture of the individual be able to express by making connections between different courses. 4
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Define moral philosophy and ethics terms; can distinguish individual, social, moral and professional values. P.4.32 1
O2 Can understand the value systems of the nursing profession and the functioning of ethical principles and codes. P.4.33 1
O3 Can analyze ethical principles and problems in nursing care practices and discuss the ethical decision-making process through clinical cases. P.4.34 1
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 1. General information about philosophy and definition of philosophy,
2 2. The concepts of Philosophy, Philosopher, Hikmet and Hakîm and their explanations,
3 The foundations of philosophy (reason, contemplation, knowledge and wisdom),
4 Philosophical thinking and its characteristics,
5 Why is philosophy necessary for humans? (Individual and social benefits),
6 Main problems of philosophy (Existence, knowledge and value). What is the Philosophy of Being and Knowledge, General Information about Moral Philosophy and Philosophy of Art in the Problem of Value.
7 Philosophy and its Departments, (Systematic Philosophy and History of Philosophy), Knowledge and types of knowledge,
8 midterm exam
9 Knowledge and Types of Knowledge (empirical knowledge, scientific knowledge, technical knowledge, artistic knowledge, religious knowledge, philosophical knowledge),
10 Philosophy of Information (Epistemology),
11 The Problem of the Source of Information (Rationalism, Sensualism)
12 Problem of the Source of Knowledge (Emprizism, Intuitionism, their criticism)
13 Value of Knowledge (Dogmatism, Skepticism, Criticism, Positivism, Pragmatism, Analytical Philosophy).
14 Philosophy of Science (History of Science, Philosophy-Science Relationship, Scientific Mentality, Different Approaches to Science, Value of Science, etc.),
Textbook or Material
Resources Erdem, Hüsameddin. Introduction to Philosophy: Some Philosophy Matters, Konya: HU-ER, 2021
BOLAY, Süleyman Hayri. Introduction to Philosophy, Ankara: Akçağ Publications, 2019
3. MENGÜŞOĞLU, Takiyettin, Introduction to Philosophy, Istanbul: Remzi Kitabevi, 1983
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Seminar - -
Midterms 1 30 (%)
Final Exam 1 70 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 3 42
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 3 42
Midterms 1 2 2
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 2 2
Other 1 2 2
Total Work Load: 90
Total Work Load / 30 3
Course ECTS Credits: 3
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P4
O1 Define moral philosophy and ethics terms; can distinguish individual, social, moral and professional values. 5
O2 Can understand the value systems of the nursing profession and the functioning of ethical principles and codes. 5
O3 Can analyze ethical principles and problems in nursing care practices and discuss the ethical decision-making process through clinical cases. 5